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Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour
5.0(2)Faro2 hours
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$11 / person
Location
Faro, Portugal
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
DE, PT, EN, IT
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Adventure Hunt
Meeting point
This is a selfguided tour - no one will meet you.To start your activity, simply follow a link in your Viator booking confirmation and complete the form on our website with your Name, eMail address and booking confirmation number.
Description
This activity has been designed by a local ‘expert’, who has created a fun experience that takes you to some of the town’s highlights and the lesser-known places, away from all the tourists. The puzzles are designed to help you experience the place from a different perspective – using landmarks, murals, statues etc - and you’ll even learn some ‘fun facts’ along the way.
The self-guided aspect of your activity means that you can rush through as fast as you like or stop for a drink or something to eat as you like. The app remembers your progress and even allows you to complete your Adventure Hunt another day.
This activity aims to strike a fun balance between challenging puzzles, a fun outing with friends and family, and a pleasant walk around outside.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Sun, Oct 11
Adult (ages 11+)
$11
Child (ages 5–10)
Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $22.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour
What's included
Included
Our App is available in EN, ES, PT, FR, DE, NL, IT
Not included
You need a mobile phone with access to the internet and GPS
This activity is self guided, there in no guiding or live assistance included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
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How it compares in Faro
Starting price $11 is 78% below the typical $51 for tours of similar length in Faro
Excurgo comparison of 456 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour take?
Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $11 per person for this Faro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $22. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay nothing, adults from $11.
Can I cancel Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is This is a selfguided tour - no one will meet you. To start your activity, simply follow a link in your Viator booking confirmation and complete the form on our website with your Name, eMail address and booking confirmation number. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, PT, EN, IT, FR, NL, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Olhao Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Adventure Hunt.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Susan W
June 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Olhao is a hidden gem made all the more interesting with a treasure hunt.
This is our third treasure hunt with the same people and was brilliant. Alvor and Lagos were great too. We’d never been to Olhao so having a treasure hunt to do here at the same time was an added bonus. So much more fun rather than just walking up and down streets looking at shops. The fun facts and information about the area and hidden monuments were very interesting and we would never have found all the little backstreets and small squares on our own. Loved all the puzzles as they really got you thinking. We love the way you’re able to pause the treasure hunt when you feel like it and resume in the same place. We stopped off for drinks and custard tarts mid morning and then again to stop for lunch by the waterfront. Having the treasure hunt start and stop at the ferry terminal is very central and right by an easy to access car park if you’ve driven. Thank you for a great day out :)
Operator response
Tthanks for such a comprehensive and lovely review! It’s great to hear that you’ve been enjoying several of our Adventure Hunts. We design the routes so that people really get to know a place, as well as having fun doing the puzzles and it sounds like you enjoyed both. The proximity of the Hunt to the ferry terminal also means that people can make a day of it and visit one of the islands just across from Olhao. We hope you enjoyed your holiday and look forward to welcoming you back to the Algarve with some new Adventure Hunts next year! 😊
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SJ13_10
June 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great way to see Olhao!
This is our second Adventure Hunt (we did Luz before) and this one was even better! If you’ve never been to Olhao before, it’s a great way of getting to know the town. We found ourselves wandering the maze of tiny backstreets looking for hidden statues and then around the old fish factories to see some brilliant murals. As well as having fun and scratching our brains doing the puzzles, we also learned loads about the history of the place; lots of interesting stories. Also recommend the ferries to the islands. We made a day of it, did the hunt in the morning, grabbed some lunch on the seafront – there’s loads of fab places to eat, then got the afternoon ferry across to Culatra. Super cheap and great views from the top deck. Fabulous day overall!!!
Operator response
Thanks for taking the time to write us a review. We’re delighted that you enjoyed the Adventure Hunt, both the puzzles and the ‘stories’. Olhao has such an interesting history and we had a lot of fun creating this Hunt. Great to hear that you took advantage of the ferry too. It does sound like a fabulous day!
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